Travel Emergency Department RN - $1,930 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Albemarle, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jul 20, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an Emergency Department position in Albemarle, NC, requiring a minimum of 2 years of ED experience and a full general ED skillset including critical care drips and vent management.

Details

• 16-bed Emergency Department at a 109-licensed-bed community hospital located in Albemarle, NC (approximately one hour from Charlotte)
• Patient population includes both pediatric and adult patients with common diagnoses such as COPD, CHF, chest pain, MI, N-STEMI, stroke/TIA, new onset cardiac arrhythmia, uncontrolled DM, and minor trauma
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4–5, based on acuity
• 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM, 36 hours per week
• Every other weekend rotation required
• No on-call responsibilities
• Floating required across Region 1 facilities, including Cabarrus, University City, Stanly, freestanding EDs within the region, Lake Norman, and Central Division (CMC Main, Mercy, and LCH) — candidates who are not agreeable to floating should not apply
• EMR: Epic
• IV pumps: Alaris; medication dispensing: Omnicell; monitors: Philips; bedside and central telemetry monitoring available

Requirements

• Active NC or compact RN license required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS, and CPI
• TNCC preferred
• Minimum 2 years of ED RN experience required, with most recent experience within the last year
• General ED skillset required, including cardiac rhythm interpretation, critical care drip management, vent management, chest tubes, PIV starts, TNK/TPA administration, conscious sedation, and ESI assessments
• Minimum 1 professional reference dated within the past year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration

Additional Information

• Advanced Primary Stroke Center designation; not a trauma-designated or teaching facility
• Orientation includes a NEO session plus 2 days of departmental orientation
• Department support includes CNAs, a charge nurse (may or may not carry a patient assignment), an IV/VAT team (ancillary, not in-house daily), 24/7 respiratory therapy, 24/7 hospitalist coverage, and a dedicated ED physician team
• Travelers are expected to work 75% of holidays
• Up to 6 days of RTO may be approved, excluding holidays; time must be added to the end of the contract if contracted hours cannot otherwise be met
• Candidates must have a permanent address at least 50 miles from the facility; local candidates are not accepted
• Former permanent employees of any AHSE facility must have been separated for at least 1 year before being considered
• First-time travelers are not preferred but will be considered
• Scrub color: navy
• Free parking on-site

American Traveler Job ID #P-709598. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Emergency Dept

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.